FR McCarthy traces the source of our Jewish roots to explain the transfiguration and its implication for our Lenten preparation and our transfiguration and seeing the face of God.

Mother Teresa enjoyed the promises made by the Eucharist And so can you “When the Sisters are exhausted, up to their eyes in work; when all seems to go awry, they spend an hour in prayer before the Blessed Sacrament. This practice has never failed to bear fruit: they experience peace and strength.” ~Blessed Mother Teresa of Calcutta … Continued

This Sunday we celebrate The Solemnity of Corpus Christi (The Body Blood of Jesus) We are reminded, if we need reminding, of the supreme importance and gift of having Jesus fully present to us in the Eucharist. Jesus tells those who are following Him, “Unless you eat the flesh of the Son of Man and drink his … Continued

Holy Thursday is the commemoration of the Last Supper of Jesus Christ, when he established the sacrament of Holy Communion prior to his arrest and crucifixion. Jesus celebrated the dinner as a Passover feast. Christ would fulfill His role as the Christian victim of the Passover for all to be saved by His final sacrifice. The central … Continued

Join us on Saturday, April 6, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. in the St. Ann Trinity Rooms for a Lenten Prayer Retreat. We will talk about what prayer is, why we pray, how we pray, whether prayer is a priority for you, and whether prayer is optional. The goals of this retreat are to understand what prayer is and why we need it, … Continued

Sundays during Mass+… September 9, 23, October 7 10:10-11:10 a.m. Trinity Room 1 What is it that is so special about the Eucharist? Although the Eucharist appears to be simple bread and wine,  it is actually the “source and summit” of the Christian life. Presence: The Mystery of the Eucharist explores the truth and beauty of … Continued

Corpus Christi with Eucharistic Procession, June 3rd In commemoration of the Last Supper the day before Jesus’ crucifixion – also referred to as the “Body and Blood of Christ”. Mass times are Saturday 4:00 vigil, Sunday 8:00 am, 9:45 am and 11:30 am. After the 11:30, there will be a Eucharistic Procession in which all … Continued

St. Alphonsus wrote: “Of all devotions, that of adoring Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament is the greatest after the Sacraments, the one dearest to God and the one most helpful to us. The Eucharist is a priceless treasure: By not only celebrating the Eucharist, but also by praying before It outside of Mass, we are … Continued

Sacrifice in Jesus’ time was part of the Jewish tradition. Jews would make trips to the temple with money, harvest and animals to pay homage to God and as a show of their faith. They also believed God would reward their faith and sacrifice. Abraham was even willing to sacrifice his son to assure God … Continued

“When the Sisters are exhausted, up to their eyes in work; when all seems to go awry, they spend an hour in prayer before the Blessed Sacrament. This practice has never failed to bear fruit: they experience peace and strength.” ~Blessed Mother Teresa of Calcutta We all have heard about the Mother Teresa and her tireless efforts … Continued